Bridge project

• Reach:

  VIC

• Focus area:

  Mainstream with Indigenous content

• Status:

  Current

• Evaluated:

  No

Overview

The Bridge project aims to create mentoring, training, and employment opportunities for young men who are completing periods of incarceration. The idea behind the Bridge project was conceived by the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) Victoria, and a group of 33 graduates of Leadership Victoria's Williamson community leadership program, in 2005.

The aims of the project are to:

• build self esteem in young offenders
• create positive interaction between young offenders and the community
• build awareness and representation to give young offenders 'a fair go'
• provide employment opportunities that are valued and ongoing.

Through the project, the YMCA has developed a significant intervention which:

• aids young offenders
• provides work-ready employees
• is cost effective
• has a positive impact on community safety issues.

Abstract adapted from the Young Men's Christian Association

Contacts

Young Men's Christian Association
582 Heidelberg Road
Fairfield Vic 3078
Ph: (03) 9403 5000
Fax: (03) 9403 5100

Mathew Tanner
Indigenous Employment Coordinator
PVS Indigenous
Level 20, IBM Centre
60 City Road
Southbank Vic 3006
Mobile: 0414 501 879
Email: mathew.tanner@pvs.com.au

Links

• View contact details: The bridge project
• View website: The bridge project